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1203058 British Accents, Dialects and Talk

Did you know that there are over 50 different accents and dialects in Britain alone and most people speak with a regional accent or dialect? No wonder it can be quite a challenge to understand native speakers! Come and explore some accents and dialects from areas like London, Birmingham, Northern England, Scotland and Wales by first learning some typical features and then listening to excerpts by authentic speakers. In addition, we will be talking about topics that the people in speaking examples bring up and any other topics that may catch your interest. After this course you will feel more confident when travelling in Britain but also on your couch when watching British films and series! The materials are included in the course fee.